ACCORDING to studies by Khazanah Research Institute, house prices in Malaysia rose by an average of 5.8% per year between 2010 and 2022. This is well above the healthy growth range of 3% to 4%, making it difficult for many in the M40 income group to become homeowners.
In urban areas, the typical “modern” three-bedroom apartment ranges from 800 sq ft to 1,000 sq ft. This limited space is not conducive to multi-generational or extended family living.
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Monthly Plan
RM 13.90/month
RM 9.73/month
Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.
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Annual Plan
RM 12.39/month
RM 8.63/month
Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.
